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Lebanon Seeks to Distance State from Hezbollah After Cyprus Drone Incident

                                                         File photo: Youssef Ragg Lebanon has urged Cypriot authorities and the public not to conflate the Lebanese state with Hezbollah following a drone strike that originated from Lebanese territory and hit Cyprus six days earlier. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi emphasized that the attack was carried out independently by Hezbollah and does not reflect the policies, values, or intentions of the Lebanese government.  Raggi stressed that Lebanon rejects any attempt to use its territory for external agendas and reiterated that Hezbollah’s actions fall outside the state’s legal authority. He called on Cyprus to distinguish between the official Lebanese government and groups operating autonomously, noting that Lebanon has consistently affirmed its sovereignty ...
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Historic Shift: PKK Announces Disbandment and Disarmament in Landmark Peace Initiative with Turkey

In a groundbreaking move, the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) has declared its decision to dissolve its organizational structure and end its armed struggle, marking the conclusion of a four-decade-long conflict with Turkey. The announcement, made through the Firat News Agency, follows a party congress held in northern Iraq, where PKK leaders formalized their commitment to a peaceful resolution.

The PKK, which has been designated a terrorist organization by Turkey and its Western allies, has waged an insurgency since 1984, resulting in over 40,000 casualties and significant regional instability. The decision to disband comes in response to a call from the group’s imprisoned leader, Abdullah Ocalan, who urged his followers to embrace democratic politics as a means of addressing Kurdish rights.

While the announcement has been welcomed by Turkish officials as a step toward a "terror-free Turkey," details regarding the disarmament process remain unclear. Questions persist about the fate of PKK fighters, the disposal of weapons, and the broader implications for Kurdish militias in Syria and Iraq. 

This historic development has the potential to reshape regional dynamics, offering hope for a lasting peace and renewed political stability. However, the success of this initiative will depend on the implementation of concrete measures and continued dialogue between all stakeholders involved.

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